Slow living & self-care: 10 Books to transform your mindset

Working on your personal growth can sometimes feel a bit… heavy. But girl, it doesn’t have to be! There is literally nothing better than grabbing your favorite blanket, lighting a vanilla candle, and curling up in bed with a book that actually inspires you instead of stressing you out. 📚

Reading is the absolute ultimate tool to level up your life, step into your clean girl energy, and cultivate that deeply positive mindset.

So, grab your morning matcha or a delicious iced latte, get cozy, and let’s talk about 10 life-changing books that deserve a spot on your nightstand ASAP! 🎀

1. “Good Vibes, Good Life” by Vex King

The Vibe: Essential self-love & high vibrations.
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If you’re new to the world of self-development, this is your ultimate starter guide. Vex King talks about how loving yourself is the gateway to manifesting your dream life. It’s all about protecting your energy, cutting out toxic habits, and raising your vibration so you can attract what’s truly meant for you. It reads like a chat with your wisest bestie! This book really is my personal fav!

  • Best Quote: “Change the way you think, feel, speak and act, and you will begin to change your world.”
  • Mindset Shift: You’ll learn that self-care isn’t selfish, and that changing your outer world always starts with how you treat yourself on the inside.

2. “Manifest: 7 Steps to Living Your Best Life” by Roxie Nafousi

The Vibe: Goal getter & visualizing your dreams.
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You’ve probably seen this gorgeous orange or cream book all over your Pinterest feed, and let me tell you: the hype is real. Roxie Nafousi completely de-mystifies manifestation. It’s not just about wishing for things; it’s about overcoming self-doubt, aligning your daily actions, and stepping into the queen you’ve always wanted to be.

  • Best Quote: “Manifesting is a meeting of science and wisdom; it is a philosophy to live by.”
  • Mindset Shift: It moves you from a passive dreamer to an active creator of your own life.

3. “The Mountain Is You” by Brianna Wiest

The Vibe: Healing & Stopping Self-Sabotage.
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Ever feel like you are your own biggest roadblock? Same, girl! This book is a beautiful wake-up call. It explains exactly why we self-sabotage (like procrastinating or overthinking) and how we can change those patterns. Plus, the minimalist cover looks so pretty on your nightstand.

  • Best Quote: “Inflexible mindsets do not survive changing worlds.”
  • Mindset Shift: You will stop waiting for a savior and realize that you already have the power to climb your own mountains.

4. “Atomic Habits” by James Clear

The Vibe: Aesthetic routines & getting things done.
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We all want that perfect clean girl daily routine, right? But keeping it up can be hard. James Clear breaks down how tiny, 1% changes in your daily habits can lead to massive results over time. It’s super practical and will give you an instant motivational boost.

  • Best Quote: “You do not rise to the level of your goals. You fall to the level of your systems.”
  • Mindset Shift: You’ll stop focusing just on the end goal and start loving the daily systems that get you there.

5. “You Are a Badass” by Jen Sincero

The Vibe: Pure motivation & main character energy.
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If you need a serious kick in the butt to start that business, blog, or project you’ve been putting off—this is it! Jen Sincero is hilarious, blunt, and will teach you how to stop caring about what other people think. It’s all about owning your power and creating a life you totally love.

  • Best Quote: “You are responsible for what you say and do. You are not responsible for whether or not people freak out about it.”
  • Mindset Shift: You’ll release your fears, stop playing small, and finally step into your main character energy.

6. “The Fountain” by Els van Steijn

The Vibe: Deep Healing & Finding Your Right Place.
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This book is a absolute game-changer for your relationships and peace of mind. It uses the metaphor of a fountain to explain your place within your family. When you learn how to stand in your own ‘bucket’ of the fountain instead of taking care of everyone else, life suddenly becomes so much lighter.

  • Best Quote: “If you stand in your own place, you receive the flow that belongs to you.”
  • Mindset Shift: You’ll learn how to set healthy boundaries and stop carrying burdens that aren’t yours to carry.

7. “101 Essays That Will Change The Way You Think” by Brianna Wiest

The Vibe: Morning coffee & deep thoughts.
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This is the ultimate book to keep next to your bed. Because it’s a collection of 101 short essays, you can easily read just one or two every morning with your iced latte. It covers everything from self-sabotage to routines, love, and finding your purpose.

  • Best Quote: “The life you want is not the life you are trying to hold onto.”
  • Mindset Shift: It will help you question your old, negative thought patterns and look at life through a fresh, peaceful lens.

8. “The Let Them Theory” by Mel Robbins

The Vibe: Letting Go of Control & Peace of Mind.
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If you struggle with people-pleasing or trying to control everything around you, read this immediately. The concept is so simple yet so powerful: if people want to exclude you, let them. If they want to judge you, let them. It saves you so much dramatic energy and brings back your inner peace.

  • Best Quote: “Save your energy for what you can control: your own response.”
  • Mindset Shift: You’ll stop wasting energy trying to change or force other people’s actions and focus entirely on your own happiness.

9. “The Universe Has Your Back” by Gabrielle Bernstein

The Vibe: High-Vibe Spirituality & Manifestation.
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For all my spiritual babes who want to live with less fear and more trust! Gabby Bernstein teaches you how to surrender your worries to the universe and trust that everything is working out for your highest good. It’s incredibly calming and filled with beautiful journal prompts.

  • Best Quote: “Your presence is your power.”
  • Mindset Shift: You’ll shift from living in a state of constant anxiety and control to living in a state of flow and deep trust.

10. “Make Your Bed” by William H. McRaven

The Vibe: Little Rituals & Big Changes.
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Like I said in my morning routine guide: making your bed instantly makes you feel like you have your life together! This short, impactful book is written by a Navy SEAL and explains how conquering the very first task of the day sets you up for a successful mindset for the rest of the day.

  • Best Quote: “If you want to change the world, start by making your bed.”
  • Mindset Shift: You’ll realize that changing your life doesn’t require massive, overnight changes—it starts with the tiny tasks right in front of you.

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